11/08/2026
August is National Oral Health Month! 🪥😁 where the NZ Dental Assoc help the motu shine a light on an often forgotten but very important part of us - Oral Health 😁
Last week was all about CHECKing - creating a habit of regularly dental checks.
And this week is about taking the time to - for ✌🏾minutes twice a day. Do you? 👀 It's surprising to see how low the stats are and maybe this is the friendly reminder we all need.
To find out more National Oral Health month, go to the NZDA Healthy Smiles page 😀
🚨 WEEK 2 IS HERE!
It’s Week 2 of National Oral Health Month and it’s time to !
Two minutes. Twice a day. No matter what.
It sounds simple, but only 62.9% of children and 66.2% of adults in Aotearoa brush with fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day.
This week, we’re putting brushing in the spotlight and showing that everyone can find two minutes even when mornings are chaotic, evenings are busy and the to-do list won’t stop growing!
Are you ready to make those two minutes count? ⏱️😁
Keep watching—our 2 Mins x 2 a Day Challenge is coming next, and you’ll want your toothbrush ready!
Find out more: https://nohm.nzda.org.nz/week-2